Correctional Medication Aide Trainee: Training & Impact

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Wichita Falls is seeking a Corr Medication Aide Trainee to assist in the Unit Medication Room and distribute medications from filled prescriptions.

The role requires EMT-P with current Texas DSHS credential or completion of a certified medication aide training course and passing the state exam; the position emphasizes patient safety and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED and EMT-P with current credential from the Texas Department of State Health Services, OR successful completion of a certified medication aide training course and passage of State exam.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with patients to deliver and administer medications as ordered and prescribed by providers.
• Follows compliance and departmental standards to ensure patients’ safety is prioritized.
• Ensures physical control of medications is always within department standards.
• Documents activities in patients’ health records and medication administration systems.
• Supports clinical activities in the health facility under direction of facility leadership.

Skills

EMT-P

Medication administration

Education

EMT-P credential (Texas DSHS)

Certified medication aide training

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Wichita Falls is seeking a Corr Medication Aide Trainee to assist in the Unit Medication Room and distribute medications from filled prescriptions.

The role requires EMT-P with current Texas DSHS credential or completion of a certified medication aide training course and passing the state exam; the position emphasizes patient safety and accurate documentation.